Opportunities to help people in need

Thanksgiving is behind us, which means the holiday shopping season is in full swing. But this time of year, there are also opportunities to help people in need. FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss.

Latest news from Burnet County

Dakota Morrissey, news editor with The Daily Trib, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss the latest news in Burnet County

Drippings Springs ISD athletics on a roll

In this edition of the Local Bulletin, FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss Wimberley roads, Dripping Springs ISD sports, and how to help during the holidays.

What's happening in Fredericksburg?

Cary Burgess with the Fredericksburg Standard joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren with the latest on what's happening in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County.

Help available for those with Alzheimer's

There are many challenges that come with aging, but you don't have to go through it alone. Joining us is Suzanne Anderson, CEO of Age Central Texas. Thank you so much for being here

Affordable housing in Austin

This week, Austin voters elected two new city council members and reelected two more. But the mayor's race could still head to a runoff along with another council seat. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by District two Council member Vanessa Fuentes. She won her reelection race

Trump beats Harris in historic comeback

Former President Trump surprised a lot of pollsters winning last night like he did in 2016 by outperforming his predicted results. Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Democratic analyst Ed Espinosa joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Prop A in Hays County: Election 2024

Time is running out for a group of property owners trying to pull a bond proposition off the ballot in Hays County. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Megan Navarro from the Hays Free Press to discuss

Final push to Election Day

We have reached the final week before the 2024 elections. So you can expect a media blitz of political ads and some amped up last second campaigning from the presidential candidates.

Elon Musk under fire about voter payments

Elon Musk has come under fire for giving away $1 million a day to swing state voters who sign his pro constitution petition. it is a violation of federal law to offer anyone money to register to vote or tell them how to vote.

Dripping Springs ISD hears discussions on rezoning

As more people moved to Central Texas, some school districts are looking at adding new campuses to keep up with the growth. FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren was joined by Megan Navarro, the editor of The News Dispatch, to discuss.

Medicare open enrollment begins

Medicare open enrollment has begun. Michelle Davis with the Aging Services Council joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss what you need to know.

Texas Senate debate reaction

The U.S. Senate race in Texas is getting heated. Incumbent Republican Ted Cruz has been in office since 2013. Colin Allred is a Democrat and is currently a congressman hoping to push Cruz out. Well, the two debated last night in Dallas, which got a little spicy at times.

School vouchers are hot topic of debate

School vouchers have been a hot topic of debate among lawmakers for years now. What do central Texans really think about it? The Fredericksburg Standard's Carrie Burgess joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Presidential candidates on media tours

With the 2024 presidential campaigns underway, Vice President Kamala Harris has been on a media tour, and former President Donald Trump has been holding rallies in blue states.

Kyle looks ahead at 'The Grove' development

After months of negotiation, Baylor, Scott and White has come to an agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas to maintain coverage for thousands of their patients. Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.